If cancer has touched your family, you already know how much of a shadow it can cast. Maybe it was a parent, a grandparent, or even a sibling. The thought might even cross your mind: Am I next? It’s a heavy question—but here’s the good news: while you can’t change your genetics, you can changeContinue reading “When Cancer Runs in the Family: How to Stack the Odds in Your Favor”
Author Archives: David Baker-WildPrimalHealth
A Primal Approach to Fat Loss for Men In Their 30s and 40s Who Are Done With Gimmicks
Let’s face it: if you’re a man who’s been fighting stubborn chest and belly fat, chances are you’ve already tried just about everything. Extreme workouts. Low-fat diets. Supplements. Starving yourself until dinner only to end up bingeing on chips and guilt. And yet… the fat is still there the next day. You’re not broken. You’reContinue reading “A Primal Approach to Fat Loss for Men In Their 30s and 40s Who Are Done With Gimmicks”
From Frustration to Freedom: How I Finally Lost Fat, Gained Energy, and Found a Natural Way to Thrive
When people see me today — offering health coaching, talking about natural fitness, feeling strong and energetic — I sometimes sense a common thought running through their heads: “He must have always been fit. Probably just good genetics. Probably never struggled like I do.” I get it. I might have thought the same thing ifContinue reading “From Frustration to Freedom: How I Finally Lost Fat, Gained Energy, and Found a Natural Way to Thrive”
Why Slowing Down Your Workouts Is the Key to Burning Fat, Building Muscle, and Boosting Longevity
A review of Chapter 6 from Born to Walk by Mark Sisson and Brad Kearns We’ve been conditioned to believe that if we want to get lean, strong, and healthy, we need to go hard. Push ourselves to the limit. Outwork everyone else. And if we’re not exhausted by the end of a workout, weContinue reading “Why Slowing Down Your Workouts Is the Key to Burning Fat, Building Muscle, and Boosting Longevity”
We’re Wired for Joy, But Living for Hits: How Dopamine Is Stealing Fulfillment
A Chapter 5 Review from “Born to Walk” by Mark Sisson and Brad Kearns We’re living in a time where it’s easier than ever to feel good for a moment—but harder than ever to feel fulfilled. If you’ve ever caught yourself endlessly scrolling, reaching for snacks you didn’t plan to eat, or wondering why achievementContinue reading “We’re Wired for Joy, But Living for Hits: How Dopamine Is Stealing Fulfillment”
The Truth About Exercise Intensity: Finding the Sweet Spot for Health and Longevity
Many people believe that the harder they push during workouts, the healthier and fitter they will become. However, Chapter 4 of Born to Walk by Mark Sisson and Brad Kearns challenges this notion. Instead of constantly pushing to the limit, the key to optimal health lies in balancing exercise intensity, avoiding chronic cardio, and aligningContinue reading “The Truth About Exercise Intensity: Finding the Sweet Spot for Health and Longevity”
The Hidden Dangers of Modern Shoes: How Barefoot Walking and Minimalist Shoes Can Restore Foot Health
Introduction Modern shoes have been unknowingly designed to destroy our feet. While they may look stylish and promise comfort, they actually weaken our natural foot mechanics, disrupt posture, and contribute to chronic pain. If you’ve ever experienced plantar fasciitis, weak arches, or foot discomfort, your shoes may be the hidden culprit. In this post, we’llContinue reading “The Hidden Dangers of Modern Shoes: How Barefoot Walking and Minimalist Shoes Can Restore Foot Health”
Walking: The Forgotten Key to Fat Loss and Longevity
Most people think of exercise in terms of burning calories, pushing limits, and grinding through tough workouts. But what if the most powerful tool for long-term health and fat loss was something far simpler? In Born to Walk, Mark Sisson and Brad Kearns argue that walking is as fundamental to health as sleep and nutritiousContinue reading “Walking: The Forgotten Key to Fat Loss and Longevity”
Could This One Toxic Ingredient Be the Reason for Your Fatigue, Weight Gain, and Headaches?
What if the headaches, fatigue, stubborn belly fat, and sluggish metabolism you’ve been battling aren’t just random symptoms—but signs of something deeper? What if one common ingredient, lurking in nearly everything we eat, is silently wrecking your health?
Why Exercise Alone Won’t Burn Stubborn Chest and Belly Fat—and What Actually Works
The Myth of “Burning Off” Stubborn Fat with More Exercise Every January, gyms overflow with people determined to “burn off” their unwanted fat. They commit to hour-long workouts, grueling routines, and endless miles on the treadmill, all with the hope of finally shedding stubborn chest and belly fat. Yet months later, many find themselves inContinue reading “Why Exercise Alone Won’t Burn Stubborn Chest and Belly Fat—and What Actually Works”